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Understanding Pterygium: Causes and Symptoms by anum_n is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Pterygium is a benign growth of conjunctival tissue that commonly develops on the nasal side of the eye due to exposure to ultraviolet light, low humidity, and dust. It is characterized by elastotic degeneration of collagen and fibrovascular proliferation, with an advancing head connected to the body by a neck. The exact cause is unknown but it is associated with excessive exposure to wind, sunlight, or sand, making it more prevalent near the equator or in windy areas. Symptoms include redness, irritation,
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